Learn by Working on Real-World Vitality Challenges
Students can contribute to the center through research, communication, project organisation, measurement, monitoring and Living Lab activities. By working on real-world questions, students develop professional, interdisciplinary and leadership skills.
Student roles
1. Day Coordinator
This is not a fixed role. It rotates between students from different functions so that everyone learns leadership, coordination and responsibility.
Tasks:
- Coordinate the daily work.
- Keep track of planning and progress.
- Chair short team meetings.
- Communicate priorities for the day.
- Signal problems to supervisors.
2. Measurement and Research
Students from different educational backgrounds work together to analyse vitality questions.
Tasks:
- Conduct literature searches.
- Select suitable measurement instruments.
- Develop questionnaires or interview guides.
- Collect and analyse data.
- Translate results into advice.
3. Communication
Students maintain the website and support communication with organisations and social media.
Tasks:
- Update website content.
- Write news items.
- Support social media.
- Communicate with organisations.
- Prepare public-facing project updates.
4. Facility Management
Students organise activities, events and practical project logistics.
Tasks:
- Organise meetings, workshops and events.
- Arrange rooms, materials and planning.
- Support participant registration.
- Coordinate practical communication.
- Evaluate events and activities.
What students gain
- Real-world project experience
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Research and communication skills
- Leadership experience
- Experience with organisations, schools or municipalities
- Contribution to societal impact